WorksheetsGrade 8 Geography Settlements Quiz
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is the purpose of a Central Business District (CBD) in an urban settlement?
To offer recreational services
To provide housing for low-income residents
To serve as the commercial and business center
To house heavy industries
Which type of industry is typically located closer to residential zones in urban settlements?
Service industry
Heavy industry
Manufacturing industry
Light industry
What is the main characteristic of high-income residential areas in urban settlements?
Crowded living spaces
Informal settlements
Small houses with no gardens
Bigger houses with gardens
What are the primary economic activities typically associated with rural settlements?
Tourism and entertainment
Manufacturing and technology
Mining and forestry
Service industry and finance
What is the difference between site and situation in relation to the growth of a settlement?
Site is the natural features, while situation is the man-made structures
Site is the growth potential, while situation is the current state of the settlement
Site is the accessibility of a settlement, while situation is the availability of natural resources
Site refers to the location in relation to surroundings, while situation is the actual place of the settlement
What is the process of more of the world's population living in urban areas known as?
Ruralisation
Suburbanisation
Urbanisation
Industrialisation
What are some pull factors that attract people to urban areas?
Poor quality of life and overpopulation
Improved employment opportunities and quality of life
Natural disasters and lack of infrastructure
Starvation and lack of education
What was the impact of apartheid on urbanisation in South Africa?
Separation of families due to pass laws
Equal distribution of land in urban settlements
Increased access to urban areas for all population groups
Forced migration to rural areas
What are some issues associated with the rapid growth of cities due to urbanisation?
Decreased poverty levels
Improved infrastructure and services
Reduced traffic congestion
Informal settlements and overcrowding
What is the main characteristic of a Business Office Park in terms of location and function?
Located in CBDs and focused on service industries
Located in residential areas and focused on heavy industries
Located in rural settlements and focused on primary activities
Located in urban areas and focused on tertiary activities
